FAQs

A movie theater AND/OR restaurant. It’s a choose-your-own-adventure novel come to life! The theater and the restaurant are two separate experiences: on any given night, you can swing by for a movie, a drink, dinner, or all of the above. We wanted a place where good conversation, food, and movies ran together. 

In his book Cat’s Cradle, Kurt Vonnegut wrote of a “karass:” a group of people linked in a cosmically significant way. The instrument that brings a person into his or her karass is called a “kan-kan.” We hope to be a place that brings people who are cosmically linked—by their Indianapolis addresses, their search for joy and meaning, their love of good food and movies—together

We screen all manner of films! We like to focus on the small-budget, big-idea-driven, endlessly-fun-to-talk-about movies. Something for everyone: narratives, old favorites, documentaries, classics, comedies, works from local filmmakers, you name it. And, we also curate a number of different film series and unique movie-going experiences.

Our film program is curated by our Kan-Kan Cinema team led by Artistic Director Daniel Arthur Jacobson, Operations and Programming Manager Gabe Ellington, and Operations Director Abby Specht—movie lovers who hope to fill a void in the local cinema landscape while also choosing films that reflect the cultural sensibilities and address the social issues that affect Indianapolis.

Definitely not. There is a standalone restaurant that resides in the Kan-Kan. You don’t have to buy a movie ticket to eat (or drink) there. But you certainly can make a night of it by coming in for dinner and a movie (or a movie and dinner, as the case may be), or just drinks and conversation anytime. We have a concession stand for movie-goers and you can bring your beer or cocktail into the theatre.

Yes! The restaurant is a full-service Japanese tavern–inspired restaurant (izakaya) helmed by chef Travis Hitch. There is a beer, wine and a cocktail program, too. Check out our full list of opening hours under the Restaurant Tab. Seating is first come first serve. Call 317.800.7099 with any questions.

Easy! If you are an existing member, when you’ve selected the movie you want to attend, click the Sign In/Register link at the top of the page. Be sure to use the same email address used to create your membership. Once signed in, the system will apply your membership benefits to your ticket purchase. If you have any trouble accessing your account (or can’t quite remember which email address you used – it happens) email Abby (abby@kankanindy.com) or show up to the theater!

Yes. We have a free parking lot and – when full – street parking, including both sides of the street along Spades Park across the street from us. Please be respectful of our neighbors!

All sales are final – make sure you are picking the right showtime when purchasing your tickets.
If you have questions, you can contact hello@kankanindy.com.

We’re taking precautions to keep you safe! We follow the protocols of the CinemaSafe program and follow all local and state guidelines. Our staff is vaccinated and wear masks and we encourage you to wear a mask as well. All of our theaters have advanced bi-polar ionization filtration systems installed and there is room to spread out in each theatre.

We’re in. We have three theaters and two event rooms available for all sorts of occasions. Email hello@kankanindy.com with your needs and what you’re thinking, and we’ll get back to you ASAP.

We got you! Our theater and restaurant are ADA accessible & we have assistive devices for those with low hearing, low vision or are hearing impaired. When you arrive to the theater, let one of our employees know & we’ll get you set up. You can also let us know ahead of time that you’re coming. Drop us a line at hello@kankanindy.com.

Best question yet. Merch is available at the Kan-Kan box office!

That’s a statement! But you can reach a real person at hello@kankanindy.com